Peterson, Bernadine M. (Peter) age 83, of Coto de Caza, CA, formerly of Brooklyn Center, passed away August 21, 2015. Preceded in death by parents Gladys and William Peter, husband Chester, and daughter Roxanne (Peterson) Wodarck. Survived by daughter Colleen (Peterson) & Bryan LaPlante, grandson Justin & Jennifer Wodarck, grandson Tony & Samantha Wodarck, great grandchildren Gavin, Makayla and Caroline Wodarck, brother William Peter, sister Kathleen (Peter) & Scot Smith, and son-in-law Thomas & Sandra Wodarck. Worked for many years in the Earle Brown/Brooklyn Center School District. Bernie brought great joy and laughter into the lives of everyone she met. She was always available to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She will be greatly missed but we all feel lucky to have been able to know her and share in her energy and love. Celebration of Life to follow later in California. Memorials to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital "Bernadine Peterson Gift Fund." O'Connor Mortuary (949) 581-4300 oconnormortuary.com